Trustbridge Memorials

Tell us about him/her. Harold L. “Sparky” Sparks passed away peacefully with his children by his side on Tuesday Oct 21st, just a few days shy of his 93rd birthday. Sparky proudly served his country as a Lieutenant in the US Navy prior to starting his career as a petroleum engineer. He spent 20 years in marketing and sales with IBM where he was part of the team that launched the IBM PC, and then served as an executive with several start-up companies like Compaq Computer Corporation in the computer and software industry. Sparky was a devoted Christian and a longtime member of Grace Community Church in Boca Raton. He spent his retirement years tooling around South Florida in a little red Porsche, visiting friends and family, and sharing his life with others. He will be remembered for his indomitable spirit and kindness, love of sailing, and devotion to his family. Sparky was predeceased by his wife Cammie, son David, parents Lester and Ada, and his sister Janet. Sparky is survived by his children and their spouses: Leslie (Dave), Michael (Katie), and Tim (Debbie). He also leaves behind his beloved grandchildren: James (Michelle), Christopher, Emily, Kevin, Jack, and Henry. Sparky will be laid to rest in Independence, Kansas next to his wife and son in a private family ceremony on November 1st. In lieu of flowers, please consider honoring Sparky with a gift to the Trustbridge Hospice Foundation.

What made him/her smile? His family, his grandchildren, and key lime pie at Mississippi Sweets

What do you love/miss most about him/her? His spirit and devotion to his family